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    Open your Forex trading account

    Trade how you want, wherever you want, with an Alpari trading account that suits you best.
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    Trading is risky. Your capital is at risk.

    Alpari's online trading accounts

    Micro account
    Micro account

    Micro account

    The Alpari Micro account is built for beginners and strategy testers.

    With cent-based balances and smaller trade sizes, it lets you trade real markets with lower risk and minimal capital.


    Alpari Standard Trading Account
    Alpari Standard Trading Account

    Standard account

    Our classic trader account.

    Perfect for less experienced traders, with access to most trading instruments, no commission and a low initial deposit.

    Available on MT4 and MT5. 

    Alpari ECN trading account
    Alpari ECN trading account

    ECN account

    Fuss free trading for skilled traders!

    The tightest spreads combined with commission-free trading on Forex, Indices, and Commodities markets.

    Available on MetaTrader 4.

    Alpari Pro ECN trading account
    Alpari Pro ECN trading account

    Pro ECN account

    The seasoned trader's choice!

    Spreads from zero and low commission fees. Access all instruments (Stocks CFDs on MT5) and advanced trading tools.

    Available on MT4 and MT5.

    Alpari practice demo account
    Alpari practice demo account

    Practice demo account

    The ideal starting point for beginners. Use a practice account to learn the basics and refine your trading skills with no personal financial risk!

    Available on MT4 and MT5.

    Looking to open a forex trading account?

    At Alpari, getting started is quick and straightforward. Whether you’re opening your first forex account or switching to a live trading account with more advanced features, we offer a range of trading account options to match your experience level and trading style.

    Choose the account that suits you best, open it in minutes, and start trading forex, stocks and CFDs with confidence.

    How to open a forex trading account with Alpari

    Opening and verifying your account is quick and secure, giving you full access to Alpari’s trading features and platforms.

    Getting started with Alpari only takes a few simple steps:

    1. Register - Create your profile using your basic personal details.

    2. Verify your identity - Upload a valid ID and proof of address to activate your account.

    3. Choose your account type - Select the Micro, Standard, ECN or Pro account that suits your trading style.

    4. Make a deposit - Add funds using your preferred payment method.

    5. Start trading - Download your platform and begin trading forex, stocks and CFDs.

    Why trade with Alpari

    Compare trading accounts

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    Micro

    Standard

    ECN

    Pro ECN

    Trading platforms

    MT4

    MT4 and MT5

    MT4

    MT4 and MT5

    Minimum deposit

    $30

    $100

    $300

    $500

    Commission

    None

    None

    None

    Forex: $2.5 per lot traded

    Metals: $18 per mil notional traded

    Indices, Commodities, Crosses CFDs, Gold Index: $25 per mil notional traded

    Crypto: 0.03% notional traded

    Stock CFDs: $0.02 per side/lot (1 share = 1 lot)

    UAE Stock CFDs: 0.04% notional traded

    ETF CFDs: $0.01 per side/lot (1 share = 1 lot)

    Spreads

    From 1.5 pips

    From 0.3 pips

    From 0.1 pips

    From 0.0 pips 

    Leverage

    Up to 1:500

    Up to 1:1000

    Up to 1:3000

    Up to 1:3000

    Margin call

    50%

    50%

    80%

    80%

    Stop out

    20%

    20%

    50%

    50%

    Markets

    Forex, Metals, Indices, Commodities, Cryptocurrency

    Forex, Metals, Indices, Commodities, Cryptocurrencies, Crosses

    Forex, Metals, Indices, Commodities, Cryptocurrencies, Crosses

    Forex, Metals, Indices, Commodities, Gold Index, Cryptocurrencies, Gold, Stocks (MT5), ETFs (MT5), Crosses

    Micro

    Trading platforms

    MT4

    Minimum deposit

    $30

    Commission

    None

    Spreads

    From 1.5 pips 

    Leverage

    Up to 1:500

    Margin call

    50%

    Stop out

    20%

    Markets

    Forex, Metals, Indices, Commodiites, Cryptocurrency

    How to start a trading account


    Step 1

    Open an account to create your profile

    Step 1

    Select your preferred account type and confirm identity

    Step 1

    Make your first deposit and start trading

    A trading account is how you access markets, deposit funds, and make trades with Alpari. Essentially, it's your gateway to global opportunities.

    With Alpari, you can trade Stock CFDs with our Pro ECN account. Go long and short on some of the biggest stocks on the planet, like Tesla and Apple.

    Opening a new trading account with Alpari is easy. Sign up with your name and email, confirm your personal details and choose your account type.

    To start trading Stock CFDs with Alpari, you'll need a Pro ECN account. Simply sign up with your name and email, confirm your personal details and select 'PRO ECN' as your account.

    Start your journey

    Your next profitable opportunity is ready and waiting.
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    Risk Disclosure: Before trading, you should ensure that you've undergone sufficient preparation and fully understand the risks involved in margin trading.

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